Ticks are out in full force during the spring and summer months. They can be harmful to both humans and animals because they are able to spread serious illnesses.

Ticks are parasites, which means they live and thrive by getting nutrients from feeding off of a host organism, often harming that host in the process. There are many myths surrounding ticks, especially when it comes to how long they can live. Some sources say ticks can live for 24 hours or one full day without a host, while others say they can live for up to two years without food. The truth is, both could be right, but it depends on the conditions, species of tick and the stage of their lifecycle.